2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tribute | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 81 L |
