2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
