2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 263 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.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Blackhawk | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |