2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 751 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
