2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |