2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
