2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 51 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 266 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
