2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mazda Tribute 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Mazda Chrysler
Model Tribute Town & Country
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3078 mm


 

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