2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 554 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Tribute | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
