1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |