2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 910 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
