2011 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 5 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
