Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 101.5 in | 6.8 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 165.4 in | 18.6 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.3 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 58.3 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3929 lb. | 3326 lb. | 603 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.3 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.5 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 52.8 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.5 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
2009 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |