2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 310 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
