2009 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
