2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 549 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour. 2010 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Smart | Mazda |
| Model | ForFour | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
