2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 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 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 (207 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Tribute | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 156 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |