2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 171 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Trajet | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |