Mazda 6 2018 vs Kia Optima 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mazda 6) 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 (Kia Optima) 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: | 150 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 196 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 6 and Kia Optima have the same engine power, but Mazda 6 torque is 184 NM more than Kia Optima. Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 | 7.7 | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 6 consumes 3.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Kia Optima, which means that by driving the Mazda 6 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 495 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1400 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 1550 km on highway | 1140 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: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 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 | 4.86 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.49 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 6 is 1 cm longer than the Kia Optima, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 6 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 489 litres | 510 litres | |
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Kia Optima has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mazda 6 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 1.1 metres more than that of the Kia Optima, which means Mazda 6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`005 kg | 2`000 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`534 kg | 1`455 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 471 kg | 545 kg | |
| Mazda 6 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 16 procentiem less than Kia Optima. Therefore, Kia Optima is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 22 000 | 13 000 | |
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