2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Xterra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
