2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky 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 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn Sky 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.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | Tribute | Sky |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |