2003 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Malibu | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
