2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |