2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
