2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
