2009 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 650 | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |