2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 539 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tribute | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |