1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Sportut | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
