2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice 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 66 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 121 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Tribute | Joice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
