2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 106 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
