2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 530 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 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 | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1332 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 | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |