2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tucson | Tribute |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |