2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |