2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Liana. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Liana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
