2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
