2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Tribute and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Boxster 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.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Tribute | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |