2005 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.
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2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Trajet | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |