2001 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | B2500 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |