2002 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX would be higher. Both 2002 Acura RSX and 2004 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Acura RSX (193 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RSX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
