2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute. 2011 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Pickup | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
