2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
