2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
