2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
