Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,674 mm | 5,131 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,989 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,646 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,683 kg | 1,990 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 69 L | 80 L | -11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,011 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 1,039 mm | 924 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,537 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,273 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 864 mm | -864 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 847 L | 912 L | -65 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.9 | 2,268 L | 27.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,659 L | 4,007 L | -3 L |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
2009 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |