2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |