2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
