2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 6 and 2002 Opel Concept M were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Opel Concept M. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Concept M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Concept M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Concept M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
