2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Tribute | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
