2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 3 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Tribute | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
