2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
