2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Tribute | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |