2008 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carens | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
