2001 Honda Fit vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | Tribute |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |