2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 712 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 2012 Ford Edge. 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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
