2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 BMW X Activity. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X Activity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X Activity | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
