1998 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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1998 Hyundai Marcia | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Marcia | Tribute |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |