2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Opa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Opa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
