2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 6 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |