2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda 5 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 5 | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |