2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 437 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
