2009 Lotus Evora vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Evora | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
