2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 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 A6 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
