Mazda 3 2019 vs Skoda Rapid 2019
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
| 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: | 120 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 150 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.4 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mazda 3 engine produces 5 HP less power than Skoda Rapid, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Skoda Rapid. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 55 litres | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mazda 2 | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Superb, Seat Leon, Audi A1 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Rapid might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Skoda Rapid 2019 1.4 engine: The engine is reliable, however, owners frequently report excessive oil consumption, which is usually linked to piston ring issues. Loss of power is another common complaint. It's advised against maintaining ... More about Skoda Rapid 2019 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.46 m | 4.51 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.47 m | |
| Mazda 3 is 5 cm shorter than the Skoda Rapid, 9 cm wider, while the height of Mazda 3 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 295 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1019 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 21 400 | no data | |
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