2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
