Ford Mondeo 2014 vs Mazda 6 2012
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Ford Mondeo) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Mazda 6) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is a more dynamic driving. Ford Mondeo engine produces 50 HP less power than Mazda 6, but torque is 60 NM more than Mazda 6. Due to the lower power, Ford Mondeo reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.2 | 5.9 | |
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The Ford Mondeo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Ford Mondeo consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that by driving the Ford Mondeo over 15,000 km in a year you can save 255 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1470 km in combined cycle | 1050 km in combined cycle | |
| 1630 km on highway | 1260 km on highway | ||
| Ford Mondeo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Mazda 6 2012 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 2012 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Ford Mondeo and Mazda 6 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 429 litres | 489 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage space. Ford Mondeo has 60 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Ford Mondeo is 1.4 metres more than that of the Mazda 6, which means Ford Mondeo can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`160 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda 6 scores higher in safety tests, butFord Mondeo is better rated in child safety tests. The Mazda 6 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| Mazda 6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Mondeo has serious deffects in 90 percent more cases than Mazda 6, so Mazda 6 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 10 800 | 6800 | |
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