2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 325 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.
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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
