2004 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
