Skoda Octavia 1997 vs Mazda 6 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain and belt | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 125 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 170 NM | 165 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds | |
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Skoda Octavia is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Octavia engine produces 5 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 5 NM more than Mazda 6. Thanks to more power Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 6.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.2 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Octavia could require 285 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Octavia consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 650 km in combined cycle | 980 km in combined cycle | |
| 850 km on highway | 1280 km on highway | ||
| 670 km with real consumption | 800 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 460'000 km | 390'000 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 Skoda Octavia engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Bora | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Skoda Octavia 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. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 1997 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Skoda Octavia 1997 1.8 engine Mazda 6 2010 1.8 engine: The engine often has an unstable idle speed. The thermostat, cooling pump, and alternator are weak points. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.51 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.44 m | |
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Skoda Octavia is smaller. Skoda Octavia is 25 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 7 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 530 litres | 510 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1330 litres | 1702 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, The Mazda 6 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 6 (by 372 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 1 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Skoda Octavia 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: | 1`745 kg | 1`925 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`285 kg | 1`335 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 460 kg | 590 kg | |
| Skoda Octavia load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 28 procentiem less than Mazda 6. Therefore, Mazda 6 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | high | |
| Mazda 6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Skoda Octavia has serious deffects in 535 percent more cases than Mazda 6, so Mazda 6 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 3200 | |
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