2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2004 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
