Welcome Nitromethane. I too tried the CX7. For me it felt like a front wheel drive mini-van. I did not have the opportunity to drive the all wheel drive model. The Outlander feels like a car, which it is based on. The Nitro just brings a smile to your face. The traction control system is wonderful on the Nitro. You have to pick the one you like best. Good luck.
Tim
Tim