2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Morgan 4

To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Tribute 1996 Morgan 4
Make Mazda Morgan
Model Tribute 4
Year Released 2005 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.9 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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