2008 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
