2007 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1030 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.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
