2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |