2002 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic 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 37 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 369 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |