2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 353 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
