2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 546 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 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 2012 Nissan Titan. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 140 L |
