Renault VEL Satis 2005 vs Mazda 6 2018
| 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: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 145 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 213 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
| Renault VEL Satis engine produces 25 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 57 NM more than Mazda 6. Despite the higher power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 | 6.2 | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 3.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault VEL Satis could require 480 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 1000 km in combined cycle | |
| 1050 km on highway | 1160 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 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. Note, however, that this Mazda 6 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.58 m | 1.45 m | |
| Renault VEL Satis and Mazda 6 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 489 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage space. Renault VEL Satis has 29 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault VEL Satis is 0.7 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Renault VEL Satis can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`190 | 2`005 | |
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| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 24 800 | |
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