2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Tribute | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |