Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 107.8 in | 0.5 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 190.2 in | -6.2 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.1 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 58.4 in | 6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 3710 lb. | 0 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.7 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.4 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.1 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 54.4 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 52.3 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.3 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 |
2007 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |