2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | Tribute | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |