2010 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
