2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |