2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-7 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
| Model | CX-7 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 105 L |
