2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Tribute | 735 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
