2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 485 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia 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 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | CX-7 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 83 L |
