2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1800 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |