2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
