2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 836 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 262 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |