2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Mazda Tribute and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |