2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
