2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 375 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.
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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
