Mazda 3 2009 vs Mazda 3 2006

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Mazda 3
2009 - 2011
Mazda 3
2006 - 2009
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.6 - 2.51.3 - 2.3

Performance

Power: 105 - 185 HP84 - 260 HP
Torque: 145 - 400 NM122 - 380 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.2 - 13.1 seconds6.1 - 14.9 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.4 - 8.14.7 - 9.7
Mazda 3 2009 petrol engines consumes on average 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3 2006. On average, Mazda 3 2009 equipped with diesel engines consume 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3 2006.
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Ground clearance: 150 - 155 mm (5.9 - 6.1 inches)160 mm (6.3 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 2006 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.58 m4.49 m
Width: 1.76 m1.76 m
Height: 1.47 m1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 2009 is 9 cm longer than the Mazda 3 2006, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 430 litres413 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1285 litres
Mazda 3 2009 has 17 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3 2006.
Turning diameter: 10.4 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Mazda 3 2009 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Mazda 3 2006, which means Mazda 3 2009 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`827~ 1`796
Safety:
Quality:
above average

above average
Average price (€): 36002400
Pros and Cons: Mazda 3 has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
Mazda 3 has
  • higher ground clearance
  • lower price
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