2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 528 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (320 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |