2009 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | X5 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |