2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
