2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 5 and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5.
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, 2006 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 5 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 5 | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |