2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Samsung |
| Model | Tribute | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
