2000 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 164 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Tribute |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |