2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 399 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Tribute | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |
