2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
