2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (144 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tribute | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |