2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Tribute | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
