2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 704 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
