2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Tribute | TL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
