2003 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |
