2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 619 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Tribute | Explorer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |