2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
