2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Tribute | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |