2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2003 Suzuki Swift 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 142 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 850 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
