2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
