The engine has 78 horsepower and 74 lb - ft of torque so it takes time to get moving, which is disconcerting
in high speed traffic.
With acceleration comparable to a 200 - horsepower V - 6, the Tribute will fare well
in higher speed traffic and interstate on - ramps.
Acceleration is not going to push you back into your seat, but is certainly adequate, even for merging
into high speed traffic in Washington DC with short on - ramps (I know, rare that you ever have to merge into «high speed» traffic in DC!).
This package is very convenient, plus you learn how to merge in and out of traffic on the highway, while dealing with
high speed traffic, you also learn parallel parking.