1998 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
