2003 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 527 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | MDX | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |