2002 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 161 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |