Ford Mondeo 2014 vs Mazda 6 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 194 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 258 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is a more dynamic driving. Ford Mondeo engine produces 34 HP less power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 18 NM less than Mazda 6. Due to the lower power, Ford Mondeo reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.3 | 4.7 | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Ford Mondeo consumes 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Ford Mondeo could require 240 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 980 km in combined cycle | 1310 km in combined cycle | |
| 1260 km on highway | 1510 km on highway | ||
| 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. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 128 mm (5 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. | |||
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 | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Ford Mondeo is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Ford Mondeo can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`170 | 2`095 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda 6 scores higher in safety tests. The Mazda 6 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | low | |
| Mazda 6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Mondeo has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Mazda 6, so Mazda 6 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 8000 | 21 600 | |
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