2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Allroad (311 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2006 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Allroad | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
