2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
