2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 152 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 551 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
