2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 207 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | FXS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
