2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |