2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |