2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Premacy | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |