2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 371 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Tribute | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |