2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 866 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift. 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 (206 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
