2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
