2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Primera | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
