2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Tribute | 520 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
