2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
