2001 Acura EL vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura EL | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | EL | Tribute |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |