2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |
