2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Tribute and 2008 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 523 kg more than 2008 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa. 2008 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
