2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |