2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 52 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
