2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
