2005 Mazda Demio vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio. 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 Mazda Demio. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Demio | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Demio | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |