2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Ram. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mazda | Dodge |
Model | Tribute | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |