2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 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 X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
