2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 115 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
