2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, both 2004 Mazda Tribute and 2004 Saturn L were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (141 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Saturn L.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Saturn L (203 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Saturn L | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | Tribute | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |