2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
