2011 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z 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 120 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 554 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Tribute | Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
