2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
