2011 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
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2011 Mazda Tribute | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Tribute | 318 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |