2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 6 | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |