2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
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2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | CX-9 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |