2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | NP300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |