2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 108 L |
