2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius. 2007 Toyota Prius 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. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1496 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
