2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero 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 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Dacia Sandero. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | Tribute | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
