2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |