2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
