2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 25 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.

Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Tribute 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Mazda Mitsubishi
Model Tribute Galant
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2378 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 67 L


 

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