2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2788 mm |
