Opel Vectra 2005 vs Mazda 3 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.2 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 147 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 203 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds | |
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Opel Vectra is more dynamic to drive. Opel Vectra engine produces 42 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 58 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Opel Vectra reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 | 6.9 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Opel Vectra consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Vectra could require 90 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 810 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 1030 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 6, Mazda MX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine: This engine is widely regarded as reliable, though it can develop certain issues over time. One of the most common problems is increased oil consumption, often starting after 120,000 km. This is frequently ... More about Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.61 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
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Opel Vectra is larger. Opel Vectra is 19 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 4 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 635 litres | |
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Opel Vectra has more luggage capacity. Opel Vectra has 200 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Vectra is 0.1 metres more than that of the Mazda 3. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`925 | 1`725 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Opel Vectra has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mazda 3, so Opel Vectra quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 2000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 6.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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