2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 704 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Matiz has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Matiz 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 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Matiz | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
