2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 234 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Tribute | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
