2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 426 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Tribute | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
