2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Tribute | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |