2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Cerato | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |