2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 50 L |
