2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 418 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 3 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |