2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB9 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
