2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute. 2008 Saturn Aura 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. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Tribute | Aura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
