2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 525 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |