2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
