2010 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Nissan Cube

To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 143 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.

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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mazda Tribute 2012 Nissan Cube
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Tribute Cube
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2483 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1268 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1651 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 50 L


 

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