2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2003 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
