2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Tribute | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
