2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |