2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. 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 Toyota Hilux (428 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 428 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 915 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |