2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2375 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
