2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 474 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Nitro | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
