2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
