2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 75 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.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
