Mazda 3 2006 vs Mazda 6 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.3 Petrol | 2.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 260 HP | 260 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds | |
| Mazda 3 and Mazda 6 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 | 10.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.2 l/100km | 11.5 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 3 consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 3 consumes 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 560 km in combined cycle | 580 km in combined cycle | |
| 730 km on highway | 750 km on highway | ||
| 530 km with real consumption | 520 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 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. Note, however, that this Mazda 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 320'000 km | 320'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 8 years | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.49 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.44 m | |
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Mazda 3 is smaller, but slightly higher. Mazda 3 is 27 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 3 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 413 litres | 455 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1285 litres | no data | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage space. Mazda 3 has 42 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 1 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`910 | 2`085 | |
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Mazda 6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Mazda 6, so Mazda 6 quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2400 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.8/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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