2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Tribute | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
