2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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.
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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Tribute | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |