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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). 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 | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |