2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Tribute | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |