2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Tribute would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 690 kg more than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |