2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
