2009 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |
