2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sebring | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
