2009 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
