Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 103.9 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 167.4 in | 16.6 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.2 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 57.0 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 3200 lb. | 510 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.2 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 53.6 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.1 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.4 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 47.0 in | 8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 41.5 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.9 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |