2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 409 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
