2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 and 2006 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 320 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |