2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 57 L |
