2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |
