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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 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 416 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 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 2261 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |