Mazda 2 2015 vs Dacia Sandero 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.5 Diesel | |
| 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: | 105 HP | 95 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds | |
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Mazda 2 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 2 engine produces 10 HP more power than Dacia Sandero, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Mazda 2 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.4 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 50 litres | |
| Ground clearance: | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | 132 mm (5.2 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 2 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 2 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mazda 3 | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dacia Sandero might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mazda 2 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.06 m | 4.07 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.52 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 2 is 1 cm shorter than the Dacia Sandero, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 2 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | 320 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
950 litres | 1200 litres | |
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Dacia Sandero has more luggage space. Mazda 2 has 40 litres less trunk space than the Dacia Sandero. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Dacia Sandero (by 250 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 2 is 1.3 metres less than that of the Dacia Sandero, which means Mazda 2 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`575 | 1`633 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | low | |
| Mazda 2 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Dacia Sandero has serious deffects in 95 percent more cases than Mazda 2, so Mazda 2 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 9600 | 5800 | |
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