Mazda Tribute II 2.5i (171 Hp) Automatic
Mazda Tribute:
The Mazda Tribute is a compact SUV made by Japanese automaker Mazda from 2000 to 2011. It was jointly developed with Ford Motor Company and based on the front-wheel drive Mazda 626 platform, which was in turn the basis for the similar Ford Escape on the CD2 platform. The Tribute was priced below the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner in Ford's CD2 SUV lineup.
The Tribute and Escape debuted in 2000, offering front- or all-wheel drive and a choice of a transversely mounted 2. 0 L Ford Zetec four-cylinder engine or 3. 0 L Ford Duratec V6. The Ford Escape was also sold as the Ford Maverick in Europe with a Ford 2. 0 L Zeta four-cylinder engine with manual transmission, or 3. 0 L Duratec coupled to automatic transmission....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Mazda Tribute (II). With 232 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1514 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (171 hp) for versatile driving.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 889 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Tribute: 2007 - 2011).
| General: |
| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | Tribute |
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| Generation: | II |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.5i (171 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2008 |
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| End of production: | 2011 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 171 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 68.7 Hp/l [47mm more] |
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| Torque: | 232 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | L5-VE More details about the engine L5-VE |
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| Engine displacement: | 2488 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
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| Coolant: | 7 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 112.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 153.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1514 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1903 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 889 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 680 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4442 mm mm [47mm more] |
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| Width: | 2065 mm mm [240mm more] |
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| Height: | 1783 mm mm [18mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2619 mm mm [1mm less] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2065 mm |
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| Front track: | 1542 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1529 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 213 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/70 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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