2008 BMW 135 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Because 2008 BMW 135 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 2008 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 135 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
