2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-7 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | CX-7 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |
