2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 214 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 GMC Terrain. 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | Tribute | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
