2009 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
