2007 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9, 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
