2006 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 153 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |