2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | CX-9 | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |