2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
