CX-7 vs Passat
Mazda · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Passat
Beats the CX-7 by 0.08s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Passat beats the CX-7 by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Passat thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
244 hp
215 hp
0–100 km/h
7.9s
7.8s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
2.3L Turbocharged
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
350 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$30,500
$25,000
Simulated race times
Distance
CX-7
Passat
100 m
7.098s
7.057s
1/8 mile
10.483s
10.426s
1/4 mile
15.740s
15.661s
1 km
28.139s
28.024s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Passat is $25,000 vs $30,500 for the CX-7 — a $5,500 gap. Power: CX-7 makes 29 hp more (244 vs 215). 0–100 km/h: Passat is 0.10s quicker (7.9s vs 7.8s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the CX-7 or the Passat?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Passat is faster, beating the CX-7 by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the CX-7 vs the Passat?
The CX-7 hits 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, while the Passat does it in 7.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The CX-7 produces 244 hp; the Passat produces 215 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The CX-7 tops out at 210 km/h, and the Passat reaches 210 km/h.
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