2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
