2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda 5 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 5 | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |