2008 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 427 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1443 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |
