2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 3 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, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, both vehicles can yield 232 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Tribute | Verano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
