2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-8 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |