2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Tribute | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |