2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Tribute | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |