2010 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Tribute | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2660 mm |
