2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 127 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 303 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
