2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 552 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.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
