2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 299 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | SRX | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |