2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2003 Mazda Roadster were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (148 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Tribute | Roadster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |