2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 Mazda Tribute and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Tribute | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |