2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
