Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Dodge Journey | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 113.8 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 192.4 in | -8.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 72.2 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 66.6 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 3884 lb. | -174 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.5 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.8 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.8 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 56.9 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 54.4 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.6 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.5 in | -43.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 23.4 in | -23.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | -19.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.9 | 37.0 ft3 | -7.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 67.6 ft3 | -9 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 |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |