2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford F-250 | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-250 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |