2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Sonata | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |
