2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
