2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 149 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Tribute | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
