2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 963 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Envoy | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
