2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
