2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 160 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 692 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Tribute | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 22 L |
