2006 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
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2006 Acura TSX | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TSX | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |