2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
