2008 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 3 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TSX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
