2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 76 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
