2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 4 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Antara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
