2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 118 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mazda | Scion |
| Model | Tribute | tC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
