Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Volkswagen CC | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 106.7 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 188.9 in | -4.9 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 55.8 in | 9 in |
Curb Weight | 3929 lb. | 3854 lb. | 75 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 37.4 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.0 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.6 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 54.7 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.3 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 45.4 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 |
2013 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Press reviews have talked about this. Great shape, and the pleather is comfy (not on hot summer days). see full Volkswagen CC review |
2013 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
legroom is great but headroom is tight for over 6 foot see full Volkswagen CC review |