1999 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. Both 1999 Holden Astra and 2005 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. 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, 1999 Holden Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
