2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 94 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |