2002 Honda City 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 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 483 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | City | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |