2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
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 Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (184 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
