Mazda 2 2015 vs Dacia Sandero 2019
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mazda 2) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Dacia Sandero) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 HP | 101 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 160 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.1 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mazda 2 engine produces 4 HP more power than Dacia Sandero, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Dacia Sandero. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.4 | 5.0 | |
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The Mazda 2 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 2 consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dacia Sandero, which means that by driving the Mazda 2 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 240 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1260 km in combined cycle | 1000 km in combined cycle | |
| Mazda 2 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mazda 3 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Dacia Duster, Nissan Micra | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| 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, if possible |
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. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`575 kg | no data | |
| 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 (€): | 9400 | 5400 | |
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