2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2009 Mazda Tribute and 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Tribute | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |