2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
