2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | GTI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
