2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
