2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 622 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Tribute | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
