2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2001 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |