2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |