2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 839 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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
