2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Tribute | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
