2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Mini MK VII
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mini MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mini MK VII would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 Mini MK VII. 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 1997 Mini MK VII. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Tribute | MK VII |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
