2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Tribute | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |