2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 32 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 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Tribute | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
