2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
