2009 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
