1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 66 L |
