1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 10 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 832 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus 340 R has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus 340 R 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:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | 340 R | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
