2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 351 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 Audi A8 (451 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
