2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | Tribute |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |