2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 37 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage.
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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sportage | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |