2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
