2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 527 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
