2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 354 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Tribute | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
