2005 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 153 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. 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 Taurus (266 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
