2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | BT-50 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |