2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-9 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
