2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Tribute and 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 823 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 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3786 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
