2001 Honda S2000 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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
