2003 Holden Zafira 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 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. 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 Holden Zafira. 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 (271 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
