2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
