2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Tribute | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |