2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
