2009 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M5 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 M5. 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 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 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.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M5 | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 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 | 1758 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |