2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Tribute | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
