2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 232 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |