2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 377 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
