2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 899 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
