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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 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. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 42 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.
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 @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). 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 | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
