2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 38 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
