2003 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 564 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
