2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 496 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Tribute | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 343 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |