2011 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 506 kg more than 2011 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 Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 2005 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Tribute | Elantra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |