2008 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (340 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
