2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 6 and 2003 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
