2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy. 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 (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Justy 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Tribute | Justy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
