2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
