2011 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda CX-7 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Mazda | Jeep |
Model | CX-7 | Patriot |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |