2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
