2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
