2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
