2001 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 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 |
