2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
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 Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
