2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
