Skoda Superb 2019 vs Mazda 6 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 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: | 150 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 213 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 15 HP less power than Mazda 6, but torque is 37 NM more than Mazda 6. Despite less power, Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | 6.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Superb is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that by driving the Skoda Superb over 15,000 km in a year you can save 120 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1220 km in combined cycle | 1000 km in combined cycle | |
| 1430 km on highway | 1140 km on highway | ||
| 920 km with real consumption | 790 km with real consumption | ||
| Skoda Superb 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: | 150 mm (5.9 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 420'000 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 Mazda 6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Skoda Scala, Audi A1, Audi Q3 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Skoda Superb 2019 1.5 engine: The engine is praised for being both flexible and torquey, delivering impressive performance for its horsepower rating. It is also remarkably fuel-efficient. However, the engine is very demanding when it comes ... More about Skoda Superb 2019 1.5 engine Mazda 6 2018 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda 6 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Superb and Mazda 6 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 625 litres | 489 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1760 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage capacity. Skoda Superb has 136 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 0.9 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Skoda Superb can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`043 kg | 2`046 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`395 kg | 1`423 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 648 kg | 623 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 20 200 | 19 000 | |
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