1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 111 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Telstar | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
