2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Tribute | 406 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |