2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. 2001 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Sharan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 211 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |