2011 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 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), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda CX-7 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Mazda | GMC |
Model | CX-7 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
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 | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 71 L |