2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4664 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |