2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 93 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4. 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 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
