2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
