2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
