2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1482 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 125 L |
