2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |