1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 935 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Expedition | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | Tribute |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |