2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Bora |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |