2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Tribute | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
