2005 Suzuki Reno vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Reno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (171 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Reno | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Reno | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
