2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
