2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 159 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
