2004 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
