2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Chevrolet Uplander 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Uplander | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
