2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Tribute and 2005 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |