2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
