2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2001 Mazda Tribute and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 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 Tribute (271 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2001 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tribute | Montero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |