2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
