2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKT 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 916 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 Lincoln MKT. 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 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
Model | Tribute | MKT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |