2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 361 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
