2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
