2001 Honda Life vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
