2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
