2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. 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 31 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | Tribute | Rexton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |