2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.8 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 | 1230 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
