2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 232 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |