2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 would be higher. At 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | HCD-7 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
