2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 270 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | TSO | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
