1999 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |