2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
