2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Tribute | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |