2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 623 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
