2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |