2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 644 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Mazda Tribute
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Terracan Tribute
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 206 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 94 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 62 L


 

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