2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
