2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Tribute and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 738 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Tribute | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |