2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
