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 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 180 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster 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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 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 | 4799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
