2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Premacy | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |