2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute. 2011 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Altima | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
