2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2002 Mazda Tribute and 2002 Suzuki Aerio were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Aerio (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 227 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. 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 Suzuki Aerio (183 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 2002 Suzuki Aerio has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Aerio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
