2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
