1996 Mazda MPV vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MPV | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
