2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 682 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Sharan | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |