2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 380 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 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Tribute | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 153 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |