2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
