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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2001 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
