2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Tribute | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
