Mazda 3 2016 vs Opel Astra 2015
| 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: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 120 HP | 330 HP | |
| Torque: | 210 NM | 440 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mazda 3 engine produces 210 HP less power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 230 NM less than Opel Astra. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 | no data | |
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 80 mm (3.1 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.95 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.38 m | |
| Mazda 3 is 21 cm longer than the Opel Astra, 17 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 3 is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 419 litres | 370 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1210 litres | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage capacity. Mazda 3 has 49 litres more trunk space than the Opel Astra. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Opel Astra, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`835 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Opel Astra has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Opel Astra, so Opel Astra quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 13 400 | 9000 | |
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