2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
