2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 2 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Brilliance |
| Model | Tribute | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |
