2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 638 kg more than 2002 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 (207 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Tribute | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
