2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 799 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
