2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 892 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.
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 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | Tribute | G25 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |