2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Altima | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Altima | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 232 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |