2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 73 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
