2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
