2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 646 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | Cayenne | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 66 L |
