2010 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tribute | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
