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. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 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 156 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura RSX (193 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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 | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
