2006 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2006 Lexus GS and 2006 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 561 kg more than 2006 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 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus GS | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Lexus | Mazda |
Model | GS | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |