2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 738 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 2010 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.

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2006 Mazda Tribute 2010 Jeep Wrangler
Make Mazda Jeep
Model Tribute Wrangler
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 3800 cc
Horse Power 153 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1129 kg 1867 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4684 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2103 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 82 L