2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Tribute | XL7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |