2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 890 kg more than 2006 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
