2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 546 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | CX-9 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
