2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
