2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
