2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |