2006 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2006 BMW X3 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | X3 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |