2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Tribute would be higher. 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 2012 Buick Verano. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Tribute | Verano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
