2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
