2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 63 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Tribute | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 306 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |