2008 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 650 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
