2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 Subaru R2. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Tribute | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |
