2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | Tribute | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
