2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |