2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 507 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Opel Astra (175 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Protege | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
