Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Volvo V50 | |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 103.9 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 177.7 in | 6.3 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 69.7 in | 4 in |
Height | 64.8 in | 57.2 in | 7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3929 lb. | 3548 lb. | 381 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.9 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.2 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.7 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.1 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 54.1 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 50.7 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.4 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.9 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.6 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -4.3 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 |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |