2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
