2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 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 93 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 94 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
