2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
