2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Scion xB
To start off, both 2004 Mazda Tribute and 2004 Scion xB were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Scion xB. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 396 kg more than 2004 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion xB. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Scion xB | |
| Make | Mazda | Scion |
| Model | Tribute | xB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
