2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | Tribute | ATS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |