2009 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
