2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
