2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 435 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Tribute | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Tribute | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1260 mm |