2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tribute | Pajero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |