2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mazda | Maserati |
Model | Tribute | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |