2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 72 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 235 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 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribute | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |