2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Etude | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1045 kg | 1365 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
