Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,681 mm | 5,090 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,892 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,646 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,718 kg | 1,652 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 76 L | -14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 983 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 1,049 mm | 924 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,098 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 847 L | 600 L | 247 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,659 L | 21.2 | -20.2 L |
2011 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |