2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Opel Filo
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Filo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Filo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Filo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Filo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 165 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2001 Opel Filo | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Filo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
