2002 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 699 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2011 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Smart | Mazda |
| Model | ForTwo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 66 L |
