2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 135 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Tribute | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
