Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 105.9 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 180.9 in | 3.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 67.0 in | -2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3929 lb. | 3490 lb. | 439 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.5 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.8 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.0 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 56.4 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 47.7 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.8 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | -7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 0.0 | 58.6 ft3 |
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 |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |