1999 Honda City vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 194 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. 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 @ 4850 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City 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:
1999 Honda City | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | City | Tribute |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |