2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 726 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Tribute | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1991 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |