2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
