2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1345 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Tribute | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
