2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Tribute | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |