2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. Both 2002 Mazda Tribute and 1999 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
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 (181 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
