2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
