2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 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 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima 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 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
