2003 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2003 BMW 530 and 2003 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 530 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |