2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (280 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
