2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
