1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | Tribute |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |