2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 631 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | Tribute | A5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3197 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |