2003 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |