2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |