2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1620 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5600 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
