2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Tribute | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
