2001 Acura EL vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL. 2010 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. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | EL | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
