2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (210 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Equinox | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |