2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1145 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 57 L |
