Nissan Tiida 2007 vs Mazda 3 2006
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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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 | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 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: | 110 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 153 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 11 seconds | |
| Nissan Tiida engine produces 5 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 8 NM more than Mazda 3. Despite the higher power, Nissan Tiida reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 | 7.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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By specification Nissan Tiida consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Nissan Tiida could require 30 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Nissan Tiida consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 910 km on highway | ||
| 660 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 360'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 20 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Nissan Almera, Nissan Juke, Nissan Note, Nissan Micra | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 6, Mazda MX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Nissan Tiida might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mazda 3 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. | |||
| Nissan Tiida 2007 1.6 engine: A simple and reliable engine, not particularly demanding on fuel quality. Tends to consume more oil, may have problems starting in cold weather. Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine: This engine is widely regarded as reliable, though it can develop certain issues over time. One of the most common problems is increased oil consumption, often starting after 120,000 km. This is frequently ... More about Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.30 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.53 m | 1.47 m | |
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Nissan Tiida is smaller, but higher. Nissan Tiida is 19 cm shorter than the Mazda 3, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Nissan Tiida is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 272 litres | 413 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
467 litres | 1285 litres | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage space. Nissan Tiida has 141 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 818 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Nissan Tiida is 0.5 metres less than that of the Mazda 3, which means Nissan Tiida can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`715 | 1`710 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 3400 | 2600 | |
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