2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestyle | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
