2006 Fiat Albea vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea. 2008 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Albea | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Albea | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
