2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |