Mazda CX 7 versus BMW X5
The current article presents a comparative analysis of the two high performance vehicles- Mazda CX 7 versus BMW X5. The major differences between these vehicles are explained with respect to various aspects like engine features, specs, and body styles.
Body Style
BMW X5 is a midsize luxury SUV available in xDrive30i, xDrive48i, and xDrive35d trim levels, whereas Mazda CX 7 is a midsize crossover available in i Sport, i SV, s Touring, and s Grand Touring.
Power-train Specs
Two engine choices are offered for 2010 Mazda CX 7. The trims i SV and i Sport models are powered by a 2.5-L inline-4 for delivering 161 hp and 161 lb-ft of torque. This engine is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control. These models come with front-wheel drive only. The models s Touring and s Grand Touring are equipped with a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine, which delivers 244 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control. These models come either with all-wheel or front-wheel drive guise.
Three engine choices are offered for BMW X5. The trim X5 xDrive30i is equipped with a 3.0-liter inline-6 engine for making 260 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. The model xDrive35d gets a turbo diesel inline-6 engine that generates 265 horsepower and 425 pound-feet of torque, while xDrive48i utilizes a 4.8-L V8 engine that is good for 350 hp and torque of about 350 lb-ft . All the engines are paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control and come with all-wheel drive system.
