2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Tribute | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
