2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 337 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
