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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 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 | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
