2004 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 234 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
