2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. 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 2005 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tribute | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
