1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
