2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 299 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Tribute | Aerio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 206 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |