2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Tribute | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
