2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 47 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | RSC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
