2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | X5 | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 351 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |