2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 318 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
Model | Tribute | Town Car |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |