2003 Ford 427 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 Ford 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford 427 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 427 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 704 Nm | 266 Nm |
