2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-450 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
