2007 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sebring | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
