2009 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
