2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 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 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tribute | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
