2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tribute | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
