2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
