2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 267 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Tribute | Forte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
