2012 Mazda CX-9 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-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
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-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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | CX-9 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
