2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Mazda Tribute and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 180 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 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (223 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Tribute | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |