2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla 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.
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2002 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |