2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 7 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 32 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tribute | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
