2004 Audi TT vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 1 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 99 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, 2004 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
