2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Tribute and 2005 Mazda Etude were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 501 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. 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 Mazda Etude. 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 (206 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | Etude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
