2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 437 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 (262 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Tribute | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
