2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 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 24 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Tribute | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
