2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Tribute | Antara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |