2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Opel Combo
To start off, 2007 Opel Combo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Opel Combo. 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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Combo. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2007 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
