2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
Model | Aurora | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |