1998 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |