2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2009 Mazda Tribute and 2009 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1191 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Tribute | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |