2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1404 mm |
