2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 640 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Tribute | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |