2002 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
