2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 456 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
