2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
