2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 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 A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
