2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Tribute | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2300 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
