2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 563 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |