2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 231 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
