2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Honda Inspire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Inspire | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
