2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Demio and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Demio | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Demio | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |