Renault VEL Satis 2005 vs Mazda 6 2008
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 147 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 184 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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Renault VEL Satis is more dynamic to drive. Renault VEL Satis engine produces 23 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 86 NM more than Mazda 6. Thanks to more power Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 | 7.1 | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 2.3 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 345 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 900 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda 5, Mazda CX-5 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault VEL Satis might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Renault VEL Satis 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.58 m | 1.44 m | |
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Renault VEL Satis is larger. Renault VEL Satis is 11 cm longer than the Mazda 6, 7 cm wider, while the height of Renault VEL Satis is 14 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 510 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1702 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Renault VEL Satis has 50 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. This could mean that the Renault VEL Satis uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault VEL Satis is 0.1 metres less than that of the Mazda 6. | |||
| 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 | 1`950 | |
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| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 3200 | |
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