2005 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 240 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |