2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | CX-7 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
