2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
