1998 BMW M 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 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
