2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 513 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Xedos |
| Model | Tribute | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
