2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 237 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | SST |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
