2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Tribute and 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 508 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
