2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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 (206 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Tribute | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
