2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2001 Mazda Tribute and 2001 Peugeot 406 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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 441 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 406.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 406. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406. 2001 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 406 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Tribute | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
