| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-7 | Toyota Matrix | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,674 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,646 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,683 kg | 1,215 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 69 L | 50 L | 19 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,011 mm | 997 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 922 mm | 3 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 847 L | 617 L | 230 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,659 L | 1,506 L | 0 L |
| 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 |
| 2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |