2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | 370Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |