2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 448 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
