2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 963 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 136 L |
