2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
