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Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Equinox than in the Mazda CX-7, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-7 and the Chevrolet Equinox.
Convenience
With the Chevrolet Equinox, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mazda CX-7, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Mazda CX-7 or the Chevrolet Equinox, it's going to cost you about the same.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. In this case, the Mazda CX-7 will cost less to deliver to the dealership than the Chevrolet Equinox.
Dimensions
The Mazda CX-7 is a little wider than the Chevrolet Equinox, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Mazda CX-7 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Chevrolet Equinox.
Drivetrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-7 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Chevrolet Equinox.
Handling
The Mazda CX-7 has a smaller turning radius than the Chevrolet Equinox, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mazda CX-7 is clearly the choice over the Chevrolet Equinox for pulling heavy loads.
The Mazda CX-7 has a little less horsepower than the Chevrolet Equinox.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-7 and the Chevrolet Equinox.
The Mazda CX-7 has less cargo space than the Chevrolet Equinox, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.
Warranty
The Mazda CX-7 comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare the 2012 Mazda CX-7 and the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 
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2012 Mazda
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2013 Chevrolet
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| Cash Back Rebate: | Visit Rebate Center | Up to $650 |
| Low APR Loan: | -- | -- |
| Lease Incentive: | -- | -- |
| City MPG: | 17 - 20 | 20 - 22 |
| Highway MPG: | 21 - 27 | 29 - 32 |
| Engine(s): | Inline-4 | Inline-4 |
| Seating Capacity: | 5 - 5 | 5 - 5 |
| Basic Warranty: | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
Safety Rating: Front 
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Good | Good |
| Safety Rating: Side
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Good | Good |
| Safety Rating: Rear
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Marginal | Good |
| Invoice*: | $21,555 - $32,066 | $23,014 - $31,098 |
Days on Lot measures the average number of days a model sits on a dealer's lot before it's sold. This is one predictor of a dealer's willingness to negotiate.
Monthly Trend for:
2012 Mazda CX-7
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