2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-7 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | CX-7 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
