2011 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, both 2011 Mazda CX-7 and 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2011 Mazda CX-7 and 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 are equipped with a 2,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7. 2011 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mazda CX-7 | 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | CX-7 | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |