Peugeot 408 2012 vs Mazda 3 2013
| 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 | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Peugeot 408) 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 (Mazda 3) 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." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 112 HP | 104 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 144 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11 seconds | 13 seconds | |
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Peugeot 408 is more dynamic to drive. Peugeot 408 engine produces 8 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 126 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Peugeot 408 reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 | 5.9 | |
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The Peugeot 408 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Peugeot 408 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that by driving the Peugeot 408 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 940 km in combined cycle | 860 km in combined cycle | |
| Peugeot 408 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: | 124 mm (4.9 inches) | 155 mm (6.1 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: | 4.70 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.54 m | 1.45 m | |
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Peugeot 408 is larger. Peugeot 408 is 24 cm longer than the Mazda 3, width is practically the same , while the height of Peugeot 408 is 9 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | 364 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1263 litres | |
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Peugeot 408 has more luggage capacity. Peugeot 408 has 91 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 408 is 0.2 metres more than that of the Mazda 3. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 7200 | |
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