2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | FX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
