2007 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
