2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 5 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 2010 BMW 335. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Tribute | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
