2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tribute | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
