2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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. Both 2005 Mazda Tribute and 2012 Toyota Hilux are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |