2009 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
