2009 Mazda CX-7 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 CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 853 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | CX-7 | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 244 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 85 L |