1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |