2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 56 L |
