2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 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 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
