2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
