2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-7 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
