1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2007 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2007 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Nuvola | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |