2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1049 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.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
Model | Tribute | Navigator |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |