2002 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 830 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Safari | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
