2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 333 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Navara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | Navara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |