2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
