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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.2 Diesel | |
| 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: | 150 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 445 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.7 seconds | 9 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is a more dynamic driving. Renault VEL Satis engine produces 34 HP less power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 125 NM less than Mazda 6. Due to the lower power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 3.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 5.1 | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 3.3 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 495 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 1210 km in combined cycle | |
| 1250 km on highway | 1370 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: | 9 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Grand Espace, Renault Espace | Used also on 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. | |||
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. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`200 | |
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| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 24 800 | |
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