2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 4 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 77 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Pacifica | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
