2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 4 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 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 34 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 627 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Tribute | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | Tribute | Rodius |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |