2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 3 and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |