2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |