2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
