2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 10 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
