2009 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. 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 530 (480 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
