2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |