2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford C-MAX. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Tribute | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1621 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |