2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 2 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1785 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
