2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
