2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
