2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. Both 2005 Mazda Tribute and 2000 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |