2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 1 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 394 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (320 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
