2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 359 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Freestyle | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 266 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |