2009 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Golf | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |