Mazda 3 2011 vs Mazda 6 2010
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| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Engines: | 1.6 - 2.5 | 1.8 - 2.5 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 - 167 HP | 120 - 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 - 270 NM | 165 - 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.4 - 13.1 seconds | 8.4 - 11.7 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.3 - 8.2 | 5.2 - 8.0 | |
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On average, the Mazda 3 petrol engines consume nearly the same amount of fuel per 100 km as Mazda 6. On average, Mazda 3 equipped with diesel engines consume 1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Ground clearance: | 119 - 155 mm (4.7 - 6.1 inches) | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 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 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.44 m | |
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Mazda 3 is smaller, but slightly higher. Mazda 3 is 18 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 3 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 510 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1702 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage space. Mazda 3 has 80 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 1.4 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`794 | ~ 2`021 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 5000 | 4200 | |
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