2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | Q7 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |