2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 342 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Almera 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 | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
